Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statements provide advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competence, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. The Range Statements relate to the unit as a whole and helps facilitate holistic assessment. In addition, the following variables may be present for this particular unit of competency:

Appropriate methods

making verbal instructions relevant

placing an emphasis on practical involvement

providing feedback on an individualised basis

providing group feedback on organisational issues not individual issues

selecting methods of teaching instructions to suit the tactical strategies being developed

monitoring and adjusting instruction to players responses during and/or between sessions

Coaching/instructional styles

the presentation style/s adopted by the instructor or coach to communicate with the participant/athlete

the situation the coach or instructor should be able to incorporate a range of combinations of the following styles and/or any associated variations

friendly and approachable while maintaining a '

clear, precise and, if appropriate, directive regarding not-negotiable issues, eg, safety factors

humorous when appropriate

laissez faire or casual when appropriate

organised and efficient

a 'critical friend'

motivational and encouraging

disciplinarian, including modification of undesirable behaviours in participants

Communication

in a style appropriate to the basketball community with

coach, player interaction

coach, official interaction

coach, broader community interaction

coach, media interaction

in accord with

appropriate use of verbal, non-verbal and written modes

Basketball Australia's Coach's Code of Ethics policy

the culture of basketball

Drills, activities and/or games

that are designed to teach or develop the basic tactics and strategies of basketball

such as those described in

activities should include

simulated game conditions

small group practices

individual and team practices

drills include

individual offence

individual defence

team offence

team defence

Environment

weather conditions

indoor and outdoor facilities

playing surface, eg, water

spectators must behave in a manner which reflects the intention of the spectators code of conduct as prescribed by the Basketball Australia

environment is appropriate and safe for competition and/or training

Equipment

all personal equipment in competition conforms to laws of basketball

technical equipment is appropriate and safe for the activities undertaken

personal equipment is appropriate and safe for the activities undertaken at that time

should provide maximum time on task

should be utilised in a safe and effective manner which maximises participation

Intermediate tactics and strategies

individual offence

creating a lead

V cut for guard to forward pass

sealing off technique

square up into triple threat position using forward or reverse pivot

back door cut

jab and drive to basket (onside)

jab step and shoot

jab step and crossover

shot fake and drive (onside)

shot fake and shoot

shot fake and crossover

individual defence

correct defensive stance hand position and foot position

correct defensive footwork

shuffle

drop step

slide run slide (recovery steps)

defending the dribbler

denying the pass

defending the back door

close out technique

team offence

motion offence versus man to man defence

5 out

4 out

3 out

continuity

terminal

screening and cutting

motion without screens

out of bounds sideline and baseline

last shot plays

post plays

breakdowns

1 on 1

2 on 2

3 on 3

reading the defence

team defence

defence on the ball

stance, body movement fundamental

channelling and turning

trapping and rotating

defence away from the ball

vision

position on floor

communication

help and recover (hedging)

rotate

transition offence and defence

transition offence

rebound and outlet

filling the lanes

advancing the basketball

creating numbers advantage

scoring options

numbered break

transition defence

guard the ball

protect the basket

find the runners

channel to sideline

rotate

Zones-offence and defence

zone defence

defence on the ball

defending away from the ball

Zone offence

2 out

3 out

4 out

continuity and terminal

Rebounding offensive transition

player position

ball movement

primary and secondary break

2 on 1

3 on 2

4 on 3

Rebounding defensive transition

2 on1

3 on 2

Motivation and psychological level

basic psychological and motivation principles are applies to suit competition and players

Readiness

appropriate levels of fitness

cardio respiratory capacity

endurance

strength

motor performance factors

agility

strength

speed

coordination

social, compatibility between players in the match situations

psychological, level of arousal which will enhance performance

emotional, stable and positive approach to enjoyment and performance

Resources

all personal equipment in competition conforms to laws of basketball

technical equipment is appropriate and safe for the activities undertaken

personal equipment is appropriate and safe for the activities undertaken at that time

should provide maximum time on task

should be utilised in a safe and effective manner which maximises participation

Rules, regulations and policies

local, national and international rules of basketball

best practice codes of ethics such as

Basketball Australia Coach's Code of Ethics

policies of the employer such as

Basketball Australia anti doping policy

Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy, Junior Sport policy

age restrictions, applicable

Teaching methods

instructional or coaching approaches adopted by the instructor or coach to convey instructional content to the participant/athlete

depending on the situation the coach or instructor should be able to incorporate a range of combinations of the following approaches and/or any associated variations

whole, part, whole approaches

shaping approaches

modelling approaches

command and response approaches

directive approaches through specific set tasks

reciprocal or peer tutoring approaches

feedback and refinement approaches

guided discovery approaches (setting problems and allowing athletes to discover solutions)

experiential or problem solving approaches

Technological aids

video camera

stop watch

witches hats

sports science testing equipment

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competence for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competence and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statements.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Assessment must confirm sufficient knowledge of drills, activities and games to teach or develop intermediate tactics and strategies of basketball
Assessment of performance should be over a period of time covering all categories of coaching from the Range Statements
Assessment must confirm the ability to apply knowledge and appropriate techniques to
provide a safe playing environment
assess intermediate level players readiness to implement tactics and strategies of basketball
develop intermediate offensive and defensive tactics of basketball
prepare players for competition
implement in game analysis
implement post game analysis and follow-up

Interdependent assessment of units
This unit must be assessed after attainment of competency in the following unit(s)
Nil
This unit must be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
SRSBSB007A Teach or develop the intermediate skills of basketball
For the purpose of integrated assessment, this unit may be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
SRSCGP001A Operate in accord with accepted coaching practices, styles and legal and ethical responsibilities
SRSCGP002A Include special interest groups or people with special needs
SRSCGP003A Implement the fundamental principles of sports psychology
SRSCGP004A Provide information about the fundamental principles of eating for peak performance
SRSOGP002A Apply rules and regulations to conduct games and competitions
SRSSPT003A Implement sports first aid procedures and apply sports first aid
SRXCAI004B Plan a session or program for participants
SRXCAI005B Conduct a sport and recreation session for participants
SRXCAI006B Organise a sport and recreation program
SRXCAI007B Conduct a sport and recreation program
SRXGRO001A Facilitate a group
SRXGRO002A Deal with conflict

Required knowledge and skills
Required knowledge
Knowledge of the intermediate tactics and strategies of basketball
Knowledge of activities and games to teach intermediate tactics and strategies of basketball
Knowledge of coaching principles to enable the effective instruction of intermediate tactics and strategies
Knowledge of the rules and regulations of basketball and their relevance for developing intermediate tactics and strategies
Knowledge of relevant equipment and safety requirements
Required skills
Skills to conduct drills, activities, activities and games to teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of basketball
Organise effective and appropriate coaching practices
Communication skills in order to ensure instruction and coaching processes are understood
Apply the rules of basketball in order to coach the intermediate tactics and strategies of basketball
Provide demonstrations, eg, self, other athletes as models, videos
Feedback and questioning skills in order to communicate effectively with players
Observation skills in order to successfully observe the individual skill performance and make accurate skill analysis
Organise self directed activities for players

Resource implications
Physical resources - assessment of this competency requires access to
a group of basketball participants at the intermediate level
basketball facility
equipment
Human resources - assessment of this competency will require
human resources consistent with those outlined in the Assessment Guidelines
personnel with competency in coaching basketball at the intermediate level
personnel to be current in their knowledge and understanding of the industry through provision of evidence of professional activity in the relevant area
personnel to have attained the National Competency Standards for Assessment BSZ401A, BSZ402A and BSZ403A

Consistency in performance
Due to issues such as coaching effectiveness this unit of competency must be assessed over a period of time in order to ensure consistency in performance over the Range Statements and contexts applicable to coaching basketball

Context for assessment
This unit of competency must be assessed in the context of a sporting activity with a range of real clients. For valid and reliable assessment the sporting activity should be conducted at a basketball facility with intermediate level players. The environment should be safe, with noise to a level experienced with an activity in full operation and support services provided for optimum performance
This unit of competency should be assessed through the observation of processes and procedures, oral and/or written questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills and consideration of required attitudes
Where performance is not directly observed and/or is required to be demonstrated over a "period of time" and/or in a "number of locations", any evidence should be authenticated by colleagues, supervisors, clients or other appropriate persons

Communicating ideas and information
Provide clear and concise instruction (2)

Collecting analysing and organising information
Identify key intermediate tactics and strategies (2)

Planning and organising activities
Planintermediate drills, activities and games (2)

Working with others and in teams
Interact with all participants in a non-judgmental way (2)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
Use ideas and techniques in offence and defence (2)

Solving problems
Identify faults in skill acquisition (2)

Using technology
Identify appropriate technical equipment (1)